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In a sharp escalation of tensions between two of the tech industry’s biggest players, Apple has filed a civil lawsuit against OpenAI, accusing the AI powerhouse of stealing confidential information from former Apple employees to advance its own efforts in building competing hardware devices. The complaint, filed Friday in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California, targets…

Apple Watch Series 11, Apple Watch Ultra 3, and Apple Watch SE 3. Global shipments of Edge AI-capable smartwatches experienced robust growth in the first quarter of 2026, with Apple maintaining overwhelming dominance in the emerging category of on-device AI wearables. According to Counterpoint Research, the Apple Watch accounted for the vast majority of these AI-enabled shipments, highlighting…

3D render claiming to depict Apple’s first foldable iPhone (image: Jon Prosser) Apple’s highly anticipated iPhone Ultra — the company’s first foldable smartphone — is generating significant buzz as its expected September launch approaches. A fresh leak shared today provides new details on the device’s battery specifications, offering a clearer picture of how Apple plans to power its ambitious…

Apple Park in Cupertino, California While many Big Tech peers chase high-risk AI growth, Apple stands out for its stability and resilience. The company is projected to grow free cash flow in 2026 — a rarity among its counterparts — positioning its stock as a defensive haven traditionally reserved for consumer staples, utilities, and healthcare names. Nate Wolf for Barron’s: ‎ “No one admits they…

Apple is in discussions with PrismML, a Khosla Ventures-backed startup that claims to have achieved a major breakthrough in running exceptionally large AI models directly on iPhones without relying on cloud servers, Aaron Tilley reports for The Information. The company says it has successfully compressed and executed a 27-billion-parameter model on the latest iPhone hardware, marking what it…

Apple TV has achieved a notable milestone in the fiercely competitive U.S. streaming market, rising to become the fourth-largest subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) platform according to the latest JustWatch Q2 2026 Market Shares report. The data, based on more than 45 million streaming interactions tracked via the JustWatch app and website across more than 320 SVOD services, measures shifts in…

Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro in Deep Blue When choosing your next smartphone, the real question isn’t just what it costs today, it’s what it will be worth tomorrow. In 2026, Apple’s iPhones stand head and shoulders above Android phones when it comes to holding their value. If you’re looking for a device that protects your investment and maximizes your return when upgrading, Apple delivers results that…

Apple is pushing the boundaries of wearable tech once again. According to a new CNET video featuring tech expert Bridget Carey, the company is reportedly developing future AirPods equipped with tiny cameras — and it’s not just for gimmicks. This move could transform your earbuds from audio companions into intelligent AI assistants that “see” the world around you. The Vision Behind Camera-Equipped…

Apple and Major League Baseball (MLB) on Thursday unveiled the August schedule for “Friday Night Baseball,” the weekly doubleheader streaming every Friday on Apple TV throughout the 2026 regular season. Apple TV subscribers across 60 countries and regions can enjoy two marquee matchups each week with enhanced production quality, expert commentary, and no local broadcast restrictions. August’s…

Apple has officially announced its conference call to review third fiscal quarter 2026 earnings results and provide key business updates. The event is scheduled for Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time / 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Investors, analysts, and tech enthusiasts can join the live webcast directly via Apple’s Investor Relations page:…

In Nasdaq trading today, shares of Apple Inc. (AAPL) rose $2.83 to $316.22 to hit a new all-time closing high. Apple’s all-time intraday high was set on June 8, 2026 at $317.40. Apple’s 52-week low stands at $201.50. Today’s trading volume for AAPL shares was 35,125,804 versus Apple’s average trading volume of 54,441,152 shares. Apple’s PE Ratio currently stands at 38.26. Apple currently has a…

Apple won in the Comedy, Documentary and Commercial categories at the 78th Annual Directors Guild Awards. Apple TV is set to dominate San Diego Comic-Con International this year, marking its first-ever appearance in the prestigious Hall H with a star-studded two-hour panel on Saturday, July 25 at 2:00 PM. According to an exclusive report from Deadline, the streaming service will showcase a…

Apple TV has renewed global hit series “Widow’s Bay” for a second season, led by Emmy Award winner Matthew Rhys. Matt Cherniss, Apple TV’s Head of Programming at Apple, is in a good mood today — and for good reason. His streaming service has once again shattered its own record for Emmy nominations, and it did so with a notably lean slate of shows compared to its bigger rivals. On Wednesday, the…

Apple has issued a clear warning to users still relying on older encrypted storage: starting with macOS 28 (expected in 2027), the company will drop support for encrypted volumes formatted with Mac OS Extended, also known as HFS+. In a new support document published this week, Apple states that in macOS 28 and later, the Mac OS Extended file system format will be supported only for unencrypted…

When Snoopy’s doghouse is accidentally sold at a yard sale, Charlie Brown leads the search to bring it home in “Snoopy Presents: There’s No Place Like Home, Snoopy,” premiering July 31 on Apple TV. Today, Apple TV unveiled the trailer for “Snoopy Presents: There’s No Place Like Home, Snoopy,” premiering globally on Friday, July 31. In the new original special under the Snoopy Presents banner,…

iPhone 18 Pro in Dark Cherry (image: MacDailyNews) Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max is shaping up to be a significant departure from recent trends in the Pro Max lineup, with rumors pointing to a substantially larger battery and a noticeably heavier chassis — the heaviest Apple flagship in several years. According to recent leaks, the iPhone 18 Pro Max could feature a battery capacity around…

Apple supplier Luxshare Precision Industry Co. delivered Hong Kong’s biggest listing of 2026, raising approximately HK$24.3 billion ($3.1 billion) before making its trading debut on July 9. The move marks a major step for the Shenzhen-based manufacturer, which is already listed in mainland China. Strong Backing Meets Initial Volatility Luxshare, a key Apple supplier, priced 383.5 million H-shares…